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Hey Jacqueline!

I think that in order for us as students to keep our bodies healthy through these tough times is by not being at the computer all day. It is important to realize that it is okay for you to take a break and relax every now an then, and even though school is important; students should allow themselves time away from the screen and should do something to be active and make sure they are eating correctly and healthy.

Hey Jacqueline! Sitting in front of the computer screen all day can be physically and mentally exhausting. I understand how you feel and would love to share ways that I have kept my body healthy during these tough times. I, too, was getting a lot of headaches from spending long periods of time looking at my computer screen. To fix this problem, I purchased a pair of blue light glasses from Amazon. These glasses have helped my headaches go away, especially when I am working on the computer. To get up and out of my desk chair, I started to do full body stretches, go on walks, and ride my bike at the park. It is important to put your health first and to make sure your body is getting the attention it needs to keep going every day. I will attach a YouTube link for the stretches that I like to do below! I hope this was helpful for you.

Sincerely, 

Danielle sullivan

Link for stretches: https://www.Youtube.Com/watch?V=g_tea8znk5a

Hi Jacqueline! Your question caught my attention because as a college student I constantly get headaches from being on the computer frequently. I found that the best way to prevent this is by using textbooks as opposed to e-books and by using paper and pencil more often to take my notes so that the amount of time I spend in front of a screen is reduced.  I also try to move around often from my desk to my couch, to the bed, to a beanbag chair, and even outside.

Hi Jacqueline, 

Thank you for asking such a great question! As a senior at Wartburg College still taking online classes due to COVID, I spend many of my days staring at a screen. As a result, I have had to come up with multiple different ways to try to keep my body healthy. First, I have found that I feel the best if I take a break every thirty minutes to stand up and move. It is amazing what a couple of steps and some arm circles can do. Second, I have also found that making a schedule and giving myself certain times off during the day can help my headaches immensely. It is nearly impossible to stare at the computer screen all day and continue to be productive. Finally, while they do not work for everyone, I found that blue light glasses make a big difference. My headaches have practically cut in half! Online learning does not have to be miserable. 

With this in mind; however, keeping your body healthy is not always easy. While I have found these strategies to be helpful, I still struggle to step away from the screen every 30 minutes when I am intently working on an assignment. I am always nervous that my thoughts will leave my head. Are there specific ways to step away from an assignment and return without forgetting everything you were working on? Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

All the best,

Ambriel Jacobs 

Hi Jacqueline, you ask an interesting question because I have found changes in my own vision staring at a laptop all day. I think it is vital to make sure you take breaks throughout the day. Sitting in front of a screen is definitely not the healthiest thing. We need to eat right, maybe take a 15-minute walk, and find ways to relax our minds whether it is listening to some music or doing some yoga. I think it becomes easy to get lost in our work at times, but we need to put our bodies into consideration as well or we won't be able to do our job to the best of our ability. 

Hello Jaqueline ! This is a really good question ! I too would get headaces more often by being on the computer all day. I had to do online classes due to covid but my job involved me being on the computer as well so you can imagine the fustration. One thing that helped me was making a routine. I had my routine which would involven going back and fourth between school, exercising and homework. I also would drink more water and make some time for myself to be able to relax and breathe because our health comes first.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Remember to take a break from the screen. Every so often, get up and walk around. If you decide to have snacks while working, practice keeping healthy food and drinks around you.